Quick Summary
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) is a public technical and research university founded in 1959, located in Kanpur, India. Ranked #263 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 9300 students including 1% from outside India. Known for strengths in Engineering and Technology, Computer Science, Chemical Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 2%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Elite academic rigor, world-class research infrastructure, and a massive alumni network that leads the global tech industry.
Subject Strengths
Engineering and TechnologyComputer ScienceChemical EngineeringCivil and Structural EngineeringMechanical EngineeringElectrical and Electronic Engineering
Founded1959
TypePublic Technical and Research University
Total Students9300
Intl Students1%
Faculty Ratio12
CampusResidential
Campus Size1055 acres
Affiliated HospitalsHealth Centre IIT Kanpur
AccreditationUniversity Grants Commission (UGC), Ministry of Education, India
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#263
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#501–600
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#601-700
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Master of Technology (M.Tech), Master of Science (M.Sc.), Master of Design (M.Des.), MBA, Ph.D.
Programs
Aerospace Engineering, Biological Sciences and Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial and Management Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Economic Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Humanities and Social Sciences
PhD Programs
e-Masters programs in Cybersecurity, Communication Systems, Sustainable Construction, and Financial Technology
Online Programs
National Aerosol Facility, National Wind Tunnel Facility, Center for Cyber Security for Critical Infrastructure, Samtel Centre for Display Technologies
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
University Grants Commission (UGC), Ministry of Education, India
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate2%
IELTSNot Available
TOEFLNot Available
Min GPANot Available
GREOptional for some PG programs
GMATAccepted for MBA for international/NRI candidates
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · April (for August intake)
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October (for January intake)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Admission for UG is strictly through JEE Advanced. Focus heavily on Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. For PG, a high GATE score is essential for Indian nationals.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Indian Rupee
UG Tuition
₹210,000/yr
per year · INR
Living Cost
₹100,000/yr
per year · INR
PG Tuition
₹125,000/yr
per year · INR
Application Fee
$35
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
₹310,000/yr
tuition + living + essentials · INR
Scholarships AvailableMerit-cum-Means Scholarship, Inspire Scholarship, Donor Scholarships, SC/ST Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$1,000
Financial AidTuition fee waivers for economically weaker sections and reserved categories
Work-StudyTeaching Assistantships for PG students
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Master of Technology (M.Tech), Master of Science (M.Sc.), Master of Design (M.Des.), MBA, Ph.D. programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Electrical Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Aerospace Engineering | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Mechanical Engineering | MBA | 12-24 MO |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$25,000
Average Salary After Graduation
90%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementHighly active; top firms recruit for summer internships via the SPO
Industry Connections
Strong links with ISRODRDOMicrosoftGoogleInteland Tata Motors
Notable Alumni
Arvind Krishna (CEO of IBM), Narayan Murthy (Founder of Infosys), Mukesh Bansal (Founder of Myntra), Som Mittal (Former President of NASSCOM)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
Yes, 13 halls of residence with 100% capacity
Sports Facilities
Olympic-size swimming pool, synthetic track, indoor sports complex, cricket and football grounds
Student Clubs
Science and Technology Council, Cultural Council, Media Council, Entrepreneurship Cell
Library Resources
P.K. Kelkar Library with over 300,000 volumes and digital access to most major journals
Exchange Programs
Partnerships with universities in USA, Germany, France, and Japan
Summer Programs
SURGE (Summer Undergraduate Research Graduate Excellence)